U.S. Army Lt. Col. Benjamin Roark, Battalion Commander of 1st Battalion, 6th Field Artillery Regiment, 41st Field Artillery Brigade, prepares to jump into freezing waters during arctic water survival training as part of Exercise Joint Viking 25 in Setermoen, Norway, Feb. 28, 2025. The training involved jumping into a hole in the ice in the frozen lake in full uniform with a heavy rucksack, and getting back out without assistance. Exercise Joint Viking 25 is a multilateral training event aimed at enhancing the U.S. Army's ability to collaborate with Arctic allies and respond swiftly to crises in challenging terrains. The exercise includes U.S. soldiers, Marines, and personnel from Norway, the Netherlands, Finland, Germany, Denmark, and Great Britain, focusing on cold-weather skills and fostering cooperation among Allied forces. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Sar Paw)
Date Taken: | 02.28.2025 |
Date Posted: | 02.28.2025 09:12 |
Photo ID: | 8890807 |
VIRIN: | 250228-A-GV482-1003 |
Resolution: | 5216x4431 |
Size: | 13.64 MB |
Location: | SETERMOEN, TROMS, NO |
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